Mitsubishi’s new 2007 Eclipse Spyder is available in GS and GT trims, touted to seat four occupants but realistically comfortable only for two people. Eclipse Spyder GS models get a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine pushing 162 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 162 lb.-ft. of torque at 4,000 rpm. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, and a four-speed automatic is available as an option. GT models get a 3.8-liter six-cylinder engine that’s good for 260 horsepower at 5,750 rpm and 258 lb.-ft. of twist at 4,500 rpm. This larger powerplant is mated to either a standard six-speed manual transmission or an optional five-speed automatic. Mitsubishi reports a zero-to-60 mph acceleration time of about six seconds for the GT.
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